Acoustic Corner

Great shop in a beautiful mountain town. Picked up an amazing acoustic and everyone in the shop was knowledgeable and friendly. Was told I could call about any issues or questions with the purchase. Great selection of vintage and new. Definitely check it out if you are in the area.

Loved going here over the years - lots of high quality instruments

When I made the decision to buy a Pisgah banjo I soon discovered they are in high demand. Acoustic Corner in Black Mountain, NC had exactly what I wanted. But, it's an eight hour drive from my home. After texting back and forth a few times, I was invited to call David--even though the store was closed. He couldn't have been nicer or more helpful. My Possum arrived a few days later, safe and sound (pun intended). It's absolutely beautiful and sounds and plays better than I imagined. I will be using Acoustic Corner again.

Stopped in for the first time today with a broken bow and was greeted by super friendly and knowledgeable folks! Store was beautiful and welcoming. Will be back

Amazing experience every time I visit or get a repair done- electric or acoustic instrument. Thank you.

I don't write reviews as often as I should (New Year's resolution perhaps?) so when I do, it's because the experience was over/underwhelming in a remarkable way. My experience at Acoustic Corner far exceeded my expectations. I had been corresponding via email with David for a couple weeks and hatched a plan to drive up from Raleigh specifically to demo four Larrivees against each other.

They were the only shop within a reasonable distance with two OO-40s and two OM-40s, one each of Mahogany aand Rosewood, in stock. David's customer service was stellar over email and only better in person. Friendly, knowledgeable, easy to talk to, but not overwhleming from a "sales" perspective. To hammer the point home, I left with a guitar and am writing a review, an uncharacteristic thing for me, an hour after getting back home. THAT says everything.

If you're into acoustics, or any stringed instrument, and live anywhere in NC, you owe it to yourself to make a trip out here. I'll be swinging by every time we go to Asheville just to say hello and see what's in stock. Great store, great selection, and good people. 10 stars

Wonderful store with knowledgeable staff. I like the line of guitars they carry, and keep an eye on the used and vintage instruments, as they are selective on what they consign. If you are an acoustic instrument enthusiast, this is very much a go to store for you.

Top quality instruments, knowledgeable and friendly staff! I love that they carry local luthiers' craft instruments - we live in Maryland but I come to Accoustic Corner every time we're in the area - if you play strings don't skip this place!

Awesome little acoustic shop! Nice selection of guitars, open back 5-strings, mandos, violins, and accessories. David and Joe (owner) were friendly and helpful.

Haven't purchased from them yet, but when I went in to try out a mandolin they were super helpful and friendly. Incredibly informed about the instruments and cool with me trying out a few even though I wasn't immediately purchasing. Great curated selection of instruments as well.

On vacation in TENN/N.C. and went specifically to look at Pisgah banjos. Think i played around with every banjo they had on the wall. Ended up buying a walnut Pisgah Rambler and they did some railroad spikes while I took my wife to look at quilts. The gentleman helping me was very patient and helpful and worked a deal on the price. I REALLY like the banjo!

I took my guitar in for new strings. Joe was very helpful and knowledgeable. I have been using the wrong kind of strings on my guitar and it was In fact damaging the guitar. Joeput the correct strings on my guitar in short order. I appreciate his knowledge and information and I love the new strings and sound of my guitar.

The bad review here shows why investing in and running a brick and mortar store is a treacherous undertaking today. Do not expect any small business with bills to pay to match the price for a case that you can get from, for example, Musician's Friend (which is teetering on the brink of bankruptcy). What you get at Acoustic Corner is expertise, great selection, instruments that are set up properly (not last touched by Chinese hands), and an opportunity to try instruments available nowhere else.

The waiting time for small maker banjos is lengthy. But Acoustic Corner has an amazing array right there on the wall that you can take home today. Instruments are a touch, hear, and feel product. If we don't appreciate and support local brick and mortar businesses, all you will have is the Internet and the Pacific Rim import they feature. You'll pay money, wait to find out how it feels and what it sounds like, and hope to heck there are no problems.

Who will do setup work? Who gives the advice to the parents who don't understand what their kid is asking for? How will independent builders find an outlet for their amazing products? Who helps the young musician pick out a new step up or pro level instrument? These folks really care about their customers. And for me, that's worth paying for. I have bought from this store many time, through both ownership groups, and have had nothing but pleasant and professional dealings. I guess you get what you give.